As a Naturopath Biomedice student I find fascinating the healing power of herbs. It is also incredible the positive impact they can have on your overall wellbeing. Who doesn’t feel good after a cuppa?

Positivitea goes beyond that feeling, it makes you Positively Charged!

What is very special about them is that they have been blended to balance your chakras, the energy centres of the body.

The teas delivery much more than intense flavours, they are packed with states of spirit that can make you Thrive, Create, Achieve, Love, Inspire, Imagine & Connect.

I had the joy of meeting the founder of this lovely company, Ellie Whartton, a writer & yoga teacher, who claims to be a founding member of the Corporate Hippie movement - which I would love to be the CEO - Chief Execute of Optimism!

At the moment they are crowdfunding and if you wish to be part of this movement please check out this link

In case you haven’t had a sip of Positivitea, go to the website and use the code “SUPERCHARGED10” to get 10% off any order.

We all love shakes, right? It brings back childhood memories and excitement. When I was a little girl I could have a pint of the McDonalds vanilla milkshake with the salty french fries and have a massive grin on my chubby face!

These days I get the same joy (less the chubby face!) by having plant-based protein shakes. I promise you, the plant power keeps me #highonlife.

I used to have whey (even meat!) protein shakes on my fitness freak days, and to be honest they did help me getting into shape. However, since I started having plant-based options I am more energetic, leaner and my body recovers much quicker after training. My digestive system is feeling more positive too!

I want to motivate you to explore new products that will detoxify your body & mind from all the artificial, processed crap in the traditional shakes, which causes brain fog and an inflammatory state.

I hope you enjoy reading my honest opinion on some of the options that you can buy online or in health shops. Have fun making your own plantastic choice!

Why I’m supercharged about it: The products are made strictly from whole superfoods, sprouted brown rice, packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other phytochemicals without any additives, ever.

Na+ Way: The Chocolate Maca is the only raw plant-based shake that I have tried so far that it is smooth and delicious simply blended with filtered water.

However, if you feel you need a bit more try to blend the green Green Kingdom, with 400ml almond milk,1/2 avocado, stevia, cinnamon and maple syrup flavour.

What: “The That Protein range is made from natural, organic and cold pressed ingredients.It’s free from dairy, soy, GMO, fillers, thickeners, flavourings. No added sugar. It is the UK’s first 2 in 1 FUSION of organic plant proteins & superfoods.

Why I am supercharged about it: It’s never processed by heat over 40 degrees, preserving the properties and enzymes of the awesome ingredients. I am also inspired by Darlene McCormick, a former PR who turned her passion for plant nutrition into a lovely awarded business.

Why am supercharged about it: The classic vanilla has been an old time fav, so I wanted to explore the amnion-acid balanced Plus range which contains a blend of peas, chia seeds, quinoa, and amaranth. Same great taste and an extra strength!

Why I’m supercharged about it: Julian Hearn, Huel Founder, commitment to the environment and actions to cut down waste. The company only sends one scoop in the first order (if you need a new one, they send it to you, the Huel team is pretty nice).

I also find very clever the flavouring system as you can buy small flavour pouches and mix with the original powder, saving space, money - plus you do not get sick from having the same flavour all the time.

Na+ way: the quick start guide recommends that you blend with water, but I have to admit that this did not satisfy my creativity, so before a workout I blended one scoop of the original flavour with 300ml filtered water, 1/2 frozen banana, stevia, vanilla flavour and cinnamon. It supercharged my workout

What: “We're leading the protein revolution with a new and innovative range of pure, GMO free supplements to help you become healthier, leaner, fitter and stronger.”

Why I’m supercharged about it: I am really impressed with the range of 100% pure products offered by Protein World and plus how affordable it is compared with most brands available in the market. Their website provides inspiring and easy to make recipes.

Na+ Way: Pea powder is a great protein source, that mixes well with smoothies, but tastes weird on its own, lets be real! I blended 30grs with 400ml coconut milk, 1/2 frozen banana, 1 tbs peanut butter, 1 ts carob powder and few drops vanilla flavour. Not a pea left to tell the story!

Is that even possible?! Not only possible, but also it can be delivered to your home! YAYY

I meet the passionate founders of SpiceBox at an event about “The Future of Food”, Shoreditch House, and couldn't wait to try their food.

So I travelled South (Druid Market), East (136 Columbia Market) to have a £8 spice box and absolutely loved their delicious Ayurevedic curries.

I had the spinach, squash and chickpea coconut curry with basmati rice and ALSO the smoky aubergine and green lentil curry with spiced cauli-rice (yes, I do eat a lot and was born with an appetite for life!)

Not loaded with fat, sugar, thousands of calories, but full of goodness flavours. The future of takeaway is bright!

A former work colleague, who was my life safer in the office, sent me a link to the Redemption Bar website when I was living in the US. The idea of having a cool, alcohol-free gastro-cocktail bar in Notting Hill really excited me to get back to the UK as I thought it would be impossible to have a fun night out in London when you have a gluten-free, dairy-free, living foods, plant-based lifestyle and do not drink ( BUT I AM STILL FUN!)

I love documentaries! They are a very powerful and entertaining way to learn something new and challenge old ways of thinking. If you are not a series serial or are just looking for some thought provoking TV time, Cowspiracy is a groundbreaking option.

The new cut exclusively available on Netfilx was produced by Leonardo DiCaprio follows environmental awaken Kip Andersen and award-winning filmmaker Keegan Kunh in a journey that uncovers the main cause of destruction of our planet and investigates why Government and Global Institutions are complacent about it.

UN research and environmental experts reveal that animal agriculture is the leading cause of deforestation, water consumption and pollution. It is also responsible for more greenhouse gases than the transportation industry. Plus, as it that was not enough, it is a primary driver of rainforest destruction, species extinction, habitat loss, topsoil erosion, ocean “dead zones,” and virtually every other environmental ill.

What is mind blowing is the fact that the industry goes on, almost entirely unchallenged.

I just would like to highlight the fact that during the making of this documentary the filmmakers were not trying to support a diet or were trying to build a case, the aim of this production is to offer a path to global sustainability for a growing population.

I also would like to say that I am the black-sheep of my family. My grandfather has been raising cattle for more than 50 years and my Dad’s business is to produce cheese.

See below some eye-opening facts:

- HUMANITY -

82% of starving children live in countries where food is fed to animals, and the animals are eaten by western countries.

Worldwide, at least 50% of grain is fed to livestock.

Throughout the world, humans drink 5.2 billion gallons of water and eat 21 billion pounds of food each day.

I always get excited when I find local, independent health food stores. As soon as you step in you can feel the genuine care that has been put into the selection of suppliers and products in stock. Consumers must support business that value your well-being.

Oliver’s Wholefood store is an organic shop, just 1 minute walk from Kew Gardens station, that offers fresh fruits and vegetables, a wide selection of special food/drink products and a large natural remedy and bodycare range.

It’s the kind of place where I have to exercise my willpower to not cheat on my shopping diet!

This holist gem offers a lecture series, providing education on how to eat well, sharing suppliers' stories and creating connections between producers/growers and the customer.

It is also a good place to look out for special offers, so if you are a local or visiting Richmond it definitely worth paying a visit.

THANKFUL THURSDAY 🙏
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Be Thankful 🙏🏻
Be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire.
If you did, what would there be to look forward to?🙏🏼
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Be thankful when you don’t know something,
for it gives you the opportunity to learn.🙏🏽
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Be thankful for the difficult times.
During those times you grow.🙏🏾
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Be thankful for your limitations,
because they give you opportunities for improvement.🙏🏿
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Be thankful for each new challenge,
because it will build your strength and character.🙏
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Be thankful for your mistakes.
They will teach you valuable lessons.🙏🏻
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Be thankful when you’re tired and weary,
because it means you’ve made a difference.🙏🏼
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It’s easy to be thankful for the good things.
A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who
are also thankful for the setbacks 🙏🏾
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Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive.
Find a way to be thankful for your troubles,
and they can become your blessings.🙏🏿
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